Berroco Djuna Cowl Knitting Pattern

Berroco Djuna Cowl

What is Being Made

The Berroco Djuna is a knitted cowl designed as an intermediate-level project. This finished cowl measures approximately 7 inches wide and 40 inches around, making it a versatile neck accessory suitable for layering and everyday wear. The cowl is constructed by knitting a flat rectangular piece that is then seamed at the ends to create a continuous loop.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs several key knitting techniques that contribute to its intermediate skill level. The cowl is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, which means knitters will work back and forth in rows before seaming the finished edges together. Cable work forms the primary decorative element, with two distinct cable stitches creating visual interest and texture throughout the design. The finishing process includes seaming, where the cast-on edge is sewn to the bound-off edge using a tapestry needle to create the cowl's circular shape. Blocking is recommended to enhance the final appearance and ensure proper measurements.

Stitches Used

The Djuna pattern combines fundamental knitting stitches with cable techniques. The base pattern alternates between knit and purl stitches in a 2x2 ribbed configuration, which provides elasticity and structure. Two cable stitches are featured:

• C8L (Cable 8 Left): Slip 4 stitches onto a cable needle and hold in front, knit 2 and purl 2 from the working needle, then knit 2 and purl 2 from the cable needle
• C8R (Cable 8 Right): Slip 4 stitches onto a cable needle and hold in back, knit 2 and purl 2 from the working needle, then knit 2 and purl 2 from the cable needle

The pattern repeats an 8-row sequence, with cables worked on alternating right-side rows to create a balanced, symmetrical design. The ribbed background remains consistent throughout, with cables crossing over the ribbed sections at regular intervals.

Materials and Tools

The Djuna pattern calls for Berroco Nomad yarn, a worsted-weight option that provides excellent stitch definition for cable work. The pattern requires 3 balls of 50 grams each, totaling 150 grams of yarn in the colorway #9111 Fog. Knitters will need size 11 (8.00 mm) knitting needles or the size required to achieve proper gauge, along with a cable needle for managing the cable stitches and a tapestry needle for seaming and weaving in ends. The recommended gauge is 23 stitches and 20 rows over 4 inches in the pattern stitch, making accurate gauge checking essential for achieving the finished measurements.